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Heavy Metal » 16 Mar 2018, 23:55
Keymaster

Bicycle equipment

A bicycle is the basis of the basics of cycling tourism, we take it without fail.

A bike bag is a must for transporting your bike on trains and planes around the world. Therefore, if you intend to see distant lands, you still have to buy a bicycle cover.

The trunk is something without which it will not be possible to put a bicycle backpack on a bicycle, and without a bicycle backpack it is hard to imagine any bike trip. The trunk must be as strong and reliable as possible! In order for the bike not to gain a lot of weight, it is recommended to take aluminum trunks, but for better strength, you can also take steel / titanium. Be sure to bring spare mounting bolts with you on your bike trip.

A bicycle backpack is an indispensable thing in any cycling trip, as it allows you to transfer the main load of luggage to the bike and properly distribute the weight on the bike. Be very careful when choosing a cycling backpack!

A bicycle backpack cover is a very important element that will not allow bad weather or off-road conditions to turn your bicycle backpack into a limp bag. It is also known that most manufacturers of bicycle backpacks choose moisture-resistant materials, however, additional protection from dirt will not be superfluous.

A handlebar bag is a useful accessory when it comes to multi-day cycling trips. A bike bag on the handlebar makes it much easier to access the essentials that you can put there.

Mudguards are an essential element of a touring bike, you never know what kind of weather awaits you on the way, not to mention stones and dust. The fenders protect the cyclist from splashing water and mud that will haunt him in bad weather. A bicycle backpack can handle the protection in the back, but a fender is required in front.

A bike computer is far from obligatory, but a very useful and interesting accessory for cycling tourism. A solid bike computer will allow you to better navigate the bike trip, move along the route. The following functions will help him with this:

Average speed – AVG;
Time on the road – Clock;
Distance traveled – DST;
The mileage is ODO.

Bicycle headlight – it’s hard to imagine a bike trip without a headlight on the handlebars. This necessary trifle will help you to consider any obstacles on the way, better navigate in space, and also serve as overall fire. Among other things, without a bicycle lamp it is simply impossible to move at night.

Rear flasher – will significantly increase your safety on the roadway. Be sure to use this device if you want to avoid unpleasant surprises from car drivers who do not see you in the dark.

Bicycle horns are an indispensable thing on multi-day hikes, as they allow you to lean on the handlebars and relax your back, which will significantly relieve the overall load.

A flag holder is an accessory that every cyclist needs to pair with a bicycle flask. It allows you to conveniently get water and quench your thirst right on the go, as it is placed on a bicycle frame.

Bicycle flask – paired with a flask holder will give you the opportunity to drink without stopping. It is recommended to purchase a quality flask, as otherwise you risk giving the water a disgusting taste of plastic. The best option would be an aluminum flask.

A bicycle lock is an accessory that is necessary not only for cycling trips, but also in the daily life of a cyclist. The bike lock makes it possible to leave the bike unattended for a short period of time. For a bike trip, the best option would be a lock in the form of a light cable of sufficient length to fasten bicycles to each other at night.

Clipless pedals – help to fix the foot on the pedals more securely, which allows you to spend less energy. Clipless pedals require skill in use, which will certainly come with experience. Cycling shoes are required to use these pedals.

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